Laboratory Technician in Sheffield

• Job Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
• Job Type: Permanent
• Posted on: 3rd Dec 2025
• Job Reference: JN -122025-63962_1764774577

Position: Metallurgical Laboratory Technician

Location: South Yorkshire

Salary: Negotiable according experience but likely to be in the £30,000-£40,000 range

Hybrid: No, this is office based in South Yorkshire

Visa Support: Sponsorship may be available for the right candidate

The Role

• Ensuring that all work is carried out according to instructions
• Ensuring that all health and safety requirements are adhered to
• Ensuring that all equipment is maintained and calibrated as required
• Ensuring that all reports are accurate and succinct, delivering all required information to stakeholders
• Carrying out testing and report writing as required as part of the team
• Recruitment, training and development of staff to ensure availability of skills
• Providing reports to the SLT on activity levels, costs etc

About You

• A Degree level qualification is essential. This MUST be in Metallurgy, Materials Science or very similar
• Post-graduate certifications (Masters, MSc, Meng, PhD) are most welcome
• Proven experience of working in a laboratory environment, ideally for 5 + years
• Experience of microscopy, mechanical testing, corrosion, surface finish, heat treatment etc
• Fluent written and spoken English including the ability to write complex technical reports in a clear and concise manner
• Experience of specifying laboratory equipment is beneficial

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we\’re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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For more information on this vacancy please contact uson 07856 919293.